Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

The Boeing Company; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Herndon, VA seeks a Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to lead SEIT efforts across mission-critical programs.

You will manage system requirements, collaborate with capability leads, and contribute to design, test plans, and CDRLs while supporting program milestones. Active TS/SCI clearance and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in performing Systems Engineering tasks.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple teams to support program needs.
• Knowledge of systems engineering products and life cycle/process tools.
• Level 2: 1+ years of related work experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Manage system requirements to include capture, decomposition, derivation, and tracing across all levels.
• Collaborate with capability leads and team leads on task completion.
• Support technical oversight for system architecture design artifacts and engineering deliverables.
• Maintain relationships with customers, stakeholders, partners and internal teams.
• Enable the implementation of sound Systems Engineering practices on the program.
• Support identification and implementation of best practices and process improvements.

Skills

Clearance (TS/SCI)

Communication skills

Systems engineering tasks

Collaboration across teams

SE products & lifecycle tools

1+ years experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

JIRA

VersionOne

DOORS

Job description

Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

Company: The Boeing Company. The Intelligence Systems (IS) program within Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) / Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems (SI&WS) is seeking a Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to join our growing team in Herndon, VA. IS delivers complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. This role offers the opportunity to lead Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) efforts across diverse, mission‑critical programs.

Role Overview

As a Systems Engineer, you will support a rapidly growing program area by delivering sound Systems Engineering, whole‑system level thinking, tracking requirements, managing test plan development, producing meaningful CDRLs and program design documentation, supporting the design, build, and operations of the program, and assisting with project milestones.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage system requirements to include capture, decomposition, derivation, and tracing across all levels
• Collaborate with capability leads and team leads on task completion
• Support technical oversight for system architecture design artifacts and engineering deliverables
• Maintain strong relationships with customers stakeholders partners and internal teams
• Enable the implementation of sound Systems Engineering practices on the program
• Support the identification and implementation of best practices and process improvements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non‑US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• This position requires an Active Top Secret / SCI Clearance (U.S. citizenship is mandatory). A clearance is considered active if it has been maintained within the past 24 months.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated skills in performing Systems Engineering tasks
• Ability to collaborate across multiple teams to support program needs
• Knowledge of systems engineering products and life cycle/process tools
• Level 2: 1+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Level 3: 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated skills and experience using modern task tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, VersionOne, etc)
• Experience working with requirements management systems such as DOORS
• Experience working with customer technicians and activity planners
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and tools
• Demonstrated experience supporting program milestone events as well as CDRL generation and maintenance to include test plans and report writing
• Familiarity and/or experience with Root Cause Corrective Analysis (RCCA) processes and practices
• Familiarity with Cost Account Management using Boeing processes and procedures, including Earned Value Management (EVM)

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Associate (Level 2): $98,600.00 - $133,400.00

Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 3): $119,850.00 - $162,850.00

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

EEO Statement

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E – Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish)

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